1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 993. (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 993 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 993 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |